HouseGem Large Candle Warmer Plate

It gets seriously hot—hot enough that multiple users specifically mention it as a safety concern. The good news is this means it heats up fast (within 5 minutes) and melts candles completely without leaving those annoying edge rings. The downside is there's no temperature control, just on/off, and no automatic shut-off. So you'll want to remember to turn it off when you're done.

Not really. This warmer is designed to maintain the temperature of already-hot beverages, not bring cold drinks back up to temperature. Think of it as keeping your tea warm throughout the morning, not reheating yesterday's cup. If you start with a hot drink, though, it'll keep it at that temperature as long as it's plugged in.

Probably! One of the standout features is the large heating surface with a flat edge design—no raised rim getting in the way. Users report successfully using it with 3-wick candles and large mugs that wouldn't fit on smaller warmers. The flat edge specifically helps bigger mugs sit steadily instead of teetering.

It genuinely works well for both—15 reviewers specifically mention using it for candles and drinks. It melts candles evenly from the bottom, which is great if you hate tunneling. That said, one user noted the scent throw isn't as strong as dedicated wax warmers, so if you're primarily buying it for candles, keep that in mind.

The trade-off is simplicity—you get basic on/off functionality without any bells and whistles. There's no temperature control, no auto shut-off, and the indicator light is apparently pretty dim in bright rooms. But if you just need something straightforward to keep your tea warm at your desk without overthinking it, that simplicity is actually a feature. Multiple users mention it 'does what it's supposed to' and looks nicer than the cheap plastic versions.

Glass candles can crack if you turn it on high heat too quickly, according to a couple of users. The warmer doesn't have temperature settings, so the best practice is to let glass items warm up gradually rather than going from cold to maximum heat instantly. For ceramic mugs with hot liquid already in them, this hasn't been reported as an issue.